Upaya

A friend of mine, Gopakumar (www.gops.in), has always had a penchant for notes, tunes and all things musical! After harbouring the dream of releasing his own music album almost from the age of reason, he has finally set upon doing just that! The album is in its finishing stages now, and all his friends and well wishers are with bated breath, awaiting its release. It gives me immense pleasure to say that I've had the honour to write the cover page for the album. The title of the album, Upaya, is both intriguing and thought provoking. Gopakumar came up with this title to encompass in one word, a dream that has been his, for eons now! Upaya signifies the beginning of the attainment of his dream in life, his all-consuming goal, his music!

Gopu, as he is fondly called, is at present busy with the post-production and pre-release work, as also with getting the official web site for the album ready. Check this space for more on that in the near future!

Not only does Gopu compose music, he's also an absolutely fabulous singer! Unfortunately, he's crooned only part of a song in this album, preferring to boost the talents of other new entrants, like him! The album boasts of an ensemble cast of wonderful singers, including Unnikrishnan, a playback singer of considerable repute. All in all, it's an album that you'd surely not want to miss!
I take this chance to wish Gopu all the best and success like he's never imagined in his wildest dreams!